Lebesani Lundu Mashabile

• PCompany Overview: ABMINCON BOTSWANA (PTY) LTD, Botswana – Gaborone, South East.
• Provision of technical mining studies in project phases. Completed PFSA, PFSB and FS for one of our major client.
• Contributed to the development of corporate strategy by identifying emerging trends within the industry through ongoing research activities.
• Led a blended team to deliver a client product at different project study phases
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation
• Mining project management from concept, pre-feasibility and execution.
• Increased resource utilization with efficient mine design, scheduling, and optimization techniques.
• Designing and scheduling underground and open pit mines.
• LoM reviews for clients
• Performed due diligence on underground mining and surface mining projects on behalf of international consulting companies
• Reserve Estimation validation for clients in alignment with SAMREC code

• Supervising a consultant in the study to transition some of the company open pits to underground mining
• Managing various mining projects study budgets
• Designing and scheduling Letlhakane mine underground.
• Ensuring the various underground mining methods studied meet the standards required, for example with regard to safety
• Liaise with consultants with regard to underground mining methods studies with focus on equipment selection and technology
• Analyse various mining options or mining methods options.
• Streamlined communication between various departments involved in mining operations, fostering cohesive teamwork toward shared goals across disciplines.
• Analysing financial models of the different mining methods options to determine the optimal one.
• Analyze all underground mining methods applicable with all risks associated with them.

• Responsible for Debswana annual and quarterly Production forecast.
• Contributed to the development of long-term strategic plans for the mining company, including project proposals aimed at increasing profitability and sustainability.
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall mine performance and achieve production targets consistently.
• I oversee the development and consolidation of the Debswana Life of Mine Plans, long term and short term plans, including production forecast.
• I also oversee the preparation and consolidation of the Debswana Strategic Business Plan.
• The appointed Reserve Competent Person for Orapa, Letlhakane and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM) as well as Jwaneng Mine using the SAMREC code
• Continuous optimisation of business plans, evaluating various options using HSF modelling software
• Worked directly with various departments to produce the company business plan.
• Streamlined communication between various departments involved in mining operations, fostering cohesive teamwork toward shared goals across disciplines.
• Completing the financial models in conjunction with the finance department
• Collaborated with geologists to accurately map mineral deposits, ensuring optimal exploration efforts.
• Scheduling production plans for both operations, Orapa, Letlhakane, Damtshaa and Jwaneng.
• Used GEMS software to prepare layout of mine development and determine proper mining methods.
• Writing and compiling the company life of mine reports
• Liaison person with the company customers, being Diamond Trading Company Botswana (DTCB) and De Beers Global Sightholder Sales (DBGSS)
• Provided technical expertise during mine expansions, contributing to successful project completion on time and within budget constraints.

• Safety and environmental compliance of the mine planning section.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• I oversee the development and consolidation of the Orapa, Letlhakane and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM) Life of Mine Plans, long term and short term plans.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• I also oversee the preparation and consolidation of the OLDM Strategic Business Plan.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
• Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
• I was the appointed Reserve Competent Person for OLDM in line with the SAMREC code
• I also oversee the development of mine planning engineers for medium term and short term planning.
• Continuous optimization of five open pits within the OLDM portfolio.
• Responsible for the extraction of the resource to ensure sustainability.
• Proper resourcing of the long term and short term plans with appropriate earth moving equipment.

• Open Pit and waste dump designs
• Performed thorough risk assessments on long-term and short-term mine plans and designs to eliminate obvious omissions.
• Enhanced mine productivity, optimizing drill patterns and blasting methods for maximum ore recovery.
• Increased ore extraction efficiency with the development of innovative mining techniques and equipment optimization.
• Pit design and waste dump optimisation using whittle software.
• Organized safe, cost-effective completion methods of projects to exceed stakeholder and company expectations.
• Carrying out quarterly reconciliation to ensure adherence to long term objectives.
• Liaise with short term planner on site for monthly production meetings
• Responsible for Letlhakane mine business technical report writing
• Responsible for the Letlhakane mine reserve statement preparation
• Responsible for the monthly and quarterly production forecast for Letlhakane mine mine
• Streamlined communication between various departments involved in mining operations, fostering cohesive teamwork toward shared goals across disciplines.

• In charge of Damtshaa mine short term (tactical) planning process.
• Reduced operational costs for the mining company through waste minimization and resource allocation strategies.
• In charge of some long term planning for the Damtshaa open pits
• Responsible for the life of mine plans scheduling and resourcing
• Responsible for developing and compiling the monthly and quarterly reconciliation.
• Responsible for scheduling and driving the monthly planning meetings that brought together various participants from various departments
• Responsible for the preparation of the business technical report for Damtshaa mine
• Responsible for the preparation of the reserve statements for Damtshaa mine.
• Conducted feasibility studies for potential mining projects, providing valuable data to inform executive decisions on investment opportunities.
• Performed thorough risk assessments on long-term and short-term mine plans and designs.
• Used GEMS to prepare layout of mine development and determine proper mining methods.

• In charge of all mining activities in the pit (i.e. loading & hauling, drilling & blasting).
• Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
• Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
• Authorizing all drilling and blasting patterns designs
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations.
• Produced ad hoc reports and documents for senior management team.
• Convene monthly safety meetings for the operation.
• Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
• Managing long term service providers for the earthmoving equipment
• Managing a workforce of approximately 150 employees
• I was the legal appointed person in charge of all mining activities at Damtshaa mine

• In charge of drilling & blasting operations at Orapa pit
• Improved mine safety by implementing advanced monitoring systems and conducting regular risk assessments.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations.
• Ensuring there was adequate drilled and blasted reserves for the owner mining as well as contract mining
• Managing the drilling and blasting annual budget and costs
• Producing daily, weekly and monthly drilling blasting reports
• Designing all drilling patterns and authorizing all charging plans before blasting
• Evaluated emerging technologies in the industry, recommending appropriate adaptations for improved efficiency at the company''s mining sites.
• Coordinated with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with local environmental laws while maintaining efficient production rates in mines.
• Enhanced mine productivity, optimizing drill patterns and blasting methods for maximum ore recovery.

• Appreciation of the Vehicle Monitoring System (VMS).
• Established and implemented safety protocols for mining operations to prevent work-related incidents.
• Performing daily production reports from the system
• Troubleshot complex engineering problems related to equipment malfunctions or operational inefficiencies, providing timely and effective solutions.
• Adhered to regulations when planning environmentally-sound extraction of natural resources.
• Maximized resource utilization by planning effective transport routes for extracted materials from the mine site to processing plants or other destinations.
• Liaison with the other section for the optimum deployment of resources
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall mine performance and achieve production targets consistently.
• Produced ad hoc reports and documents for senior team members.
• Streamlined communication between various departments involved in mining operations, fostering cohesive teamwork toward shared goals across disciplines.
• Increased ore extraction efficiency with the development of innovative mining techniques and equipment optimization.
• Evaluated emerging technologies in the industry, recommending appropriate adaptations for improved efficiency at the company''s mining sites.

• In charge of drilling & blasting operations and also loading & hauling.
• Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on people safety.
• Supervising the achievement of set production targets from six shift bosses while maintaining high standard of work and safety.
• Ensuring operations are carried out within the limit of a prescribed budget.
• Ensuring supplies, material and equipment are available.
• Compiling written reports and documentation for the section.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations
• Managing section budget to ensure efficiencies are achieved.
• Liaison with the planning section to ensure optimum deployment of resources
• Actively participated in emergency preparedness drills to ensure rapid response capability during actual incidents.
• Fostered teamwork and communication among crew leaders within the section

• Supervising drilling & blasting activities in high speed development ends while maintaining high standard of work and safety.
• Ensuring operations are carried out within the limit of a prescribed budget.
• Ensuring supplies, material and equipment are available.
• Compiling written reports and documentation for the section.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations
• Liaison with the loading and hauling section for the optimum deployment of resources
• Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on people safety.
• Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
• Ensuring ventilation was adequate in working areas.

• Preparation of monthly and annual production targets based on long term planning for Selebi shaft
• Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process enhancements within the mine planning department.
• Effectively communicated complex technical information to both internal stakeholders as needed.
• Evaluated new technologies and methodologies for potential adoption in mine planning processes.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of mine plans into overall business strategy.
• Responsible for monthly production planning meetings
• Produced ad hoc reports and documents for senior management.
• Increased overall mine productivity by identifying and addressing bottlenecks in the mining process.
• Enhanced resource utilization with strategic allocation of equipment and personnel.
• Developed accurate short-and long-term forecasts to inform decision-making processes related to production targets, capital investments, staffing levels as well as other operational aspects.

• Supervising drilling & blasting and cleaning operations in old working areas (Pillar Reclamation).
• Ensuring operations are carried out within the limit of a prescribed budget.
• Ensuring supplies, material and equipment are available.
• Compiling written reports and documentation for the section.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations
• Scheduling and designing of back filling of stopes.
• Managing a workforce of about 80 persons working in the old (abandoned) working areas
• Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on people safety.

• Supervising drilling & blasting and cleaning operations in cut & fills stopes.
• Ensuring operations are carried out within the limit of a prescribed budget.
• Ensuring supplies, material and equipment are available.
• Compiling written reports and documentation for the section.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations
• Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on people safety.

• Supervising the achievement of set production targets from four shift bosses sections while maintaining high standard of work and safety.
• Ensuring operations are carried out within the limit of a prescribed budget.
• Ensuring supplies, material and equipment are available.
• Compiling written reports and documentation for the section.
• Ensuring compliance with mining regulations

• Shiftboss at different sections at various times Reporting to Mine Captain Production.
• In charge of drilling and blasting in open stoping and development.
• In charge of drilling and blasting activities in Cut & fill stopes.
• Supervising various crews with a total of about 50 persons
• Produced ad hoc reports and documents for senior team members.
• Liaison with technical services sections for optimum deployment for resources within the section
• Responsible for safe deployment of various mining crews

• Reporting to Mine Captain Training

Followed a professional training program on the following:

• Mining technical services.
• Survey.
• Geology.
• Rock Mechanics.
• Mine Planning.
• Mine Ventilation.
• Engineering Services Learning systems and scope of work of the electrical, fitting, boiler making, diesel and rigging sections.
• Crew boss.
• Studying for an underground blasting license
• Machine man.
• Spanner man.
• Workman